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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1902
Page
6
The Decorator describes blue and green English suiting outfits with soft white silk vests and velvet trims. It notes drop-shoulder collars, gored skirts with velvet ribbons, and Corbelli silk stitching. It highlights smart checked silks in two color blends and advises matching foundation skirts. It also discusses popular candle decoration and shops selling ready decorations.
The article discusses candle use as a home decor trend reviving forefathers’ flair. Modern paraffin candles without the old smoke elevate dining and tea moments. Decorists paint or ornament candles with designs to suit holidays and social events, adding elegance to rooms and tables.
A historic recipe set for bluefish detailing stuffing with butter bread crumb dressing, trussing into an eight shaped presentation, and baking with salt pork and herbs. It offers serving with tomato or drawn butter sauce and garnish options. Also includes bluefish salad assembly with lettuce, boiled dressing, beet accents, and a sour cream biscuit note.
E H Brawley of Amesville serves as Athens county delegate to the State Horticultural meeting to be held at Clyde this week. Efforts aim to host the horticulaturalists next year with invitations from the Athens board of trade leaders. The society attracts hundreds of visitors to Athens.
The text describes simple dough mixing with flour, salt, soda, baking powder and sour cream then baking, plus notes on northern markets and serving two melon preparations. It mentions a women’s voting issue in the state, a biologist teacher in Crete, swindling job agencies in cities, and a New York employment bureau report, ending with a signature Eliza Archard Conner.
The Chicago and North Western Railway offers comfortable Pullman sleeping cars with experienced conductors guiding passengers to San Francisco Los Angeles or Portland. Choose routes enjoy fine scenery and low rates with a double berth priced at six dollars. Free maps and info via ticket agents or J N M Breeze 435 Vine Cincinnati. The largest armor plate ever rolled 106 tons was made by Krupp in Düsseldorf Germany last year.
Dr. W. 8. Scott will be at Hotel Berry Monday December 22 offering special attention to diseases of the eye and ear. The nature books from major publishers are clean wholesome and full of meaty information for all ages and safe reading for boys.
Notice of appointment announcing H. Glazier as Administrator of the estate of Peter Hixson, late of Athens County, Ohio, who died. The filing date cited is December 6, 1902, with notice period December 11 to December 25, 1902.
Notice states Jerome B. Stout and John E. Stout have been duly appointed and qualified as executors of the will of Sarah M. Stout, deceased, of Athens County Ohio.
A fragment notes the heavy burden women bear in performing housework and daily chores, highlighting the strenuous nature of domestic labor and its impact on women's time and energy.
Mrs Isaac Elwell of 548 East Main Street Painesville Ohio wife of a known contractor credits Doan's Kidney Pills with relieving years of backache and stomach distress after trying other remedies. She bought a box at Moodey's pharmacy and says they did more good than any prior treatment and recommends them whenever possible. Doan's Kidney Pills sold at all drug stores 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo New York
A humorous note on dyspepsia from a holiday meal perspective. The author explains dyspepsia as a weak stomach rather than a bad cook and promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure that strengthens the stomach, improves appetite, and makes eating enjoyable.
Eddy plans a bold challenge against the tobacco trust. The move signals a confrontational stance toward industry power and potential reforms, aiming to disrupt established market practices.
The Pride of Scratches Bruises Cuts Wounds Corns Sore Feet and Stiff Joints Bucklen's Arnica Salv is the best in the world. Burns Scalds Boils Ulcers and Rashes are cured or a pay. Only 25c at W H McKee drug store Athens Ohio.
A terse adage notes the quiet, steady effort behind success rather than flashy display. It emphasizes perseverance and consistency as key factors in achievement, rather than mere appearance or momentary prowess.
TheChicago firm E C DeWitt & Co promotes DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as a specific for piles and skin ailments. It warns buyers to beware of counterfeit versions and urges requesting the genuine product from Cline’s Pharmacy.
A reflection on vanity and humor notes that most men are conceited, yet those without humor reveal it openly through their behavior.
A promoted medical almanac by Hostetter Company Pittsburg featuring Stomach Bitters. It is offered in several languages including English German French Norwegian Swedish Bohemian and Spanish. The notice claims health reading while citing testimonials and anecdotes and urges readers to obtain a copy from a druggist and try the Bitters for dyspepsia indigestion constipation or nervousness.
A colored man Hawkes sues Atlantic Coast Line Railroad in Virginia for 10000 dollars alleging the conductor ordered him to enter the white Jim Crow car and, upon refusal, expelled him from the train.
An old advertisement mentions Castoria for infants and children, plus a hotel proprietor in Vystra Hungary offering nightcaps and cotton ear wads to guests who retreat early. It promotes DeWitt's Early Risers as a reliable remedy for constipation and general health, with endorsements from W. H. Howell of Houston, Texas and Clime's Pharmacy.
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